Where in summit county?

[Guest fet123]

This is the story ill be going to colorado in the first week of january, everythingh is pretyy much reserved. The only thing is that I am still triyng to decide in which resorts to go to. My choices where vail and keystone at night(since its the only one opened at night). I have 2 days and one night for skiing available, any advice on wich would be the best choices, I snowboard but I am not to crazy about parks. I have only snowboarded in the east coast, I am intermidiate to expert level, and I looking for something diferent something big, unlike the east coast. I have family in summit, co so the trip is kind of cheap in a way. Take into acount that my time is limited I am opnly going to be there for 4 days and 2 of the days I have to go to some family reunions.

Thanks

Any help is greatly apreciated.

P.S Ill be asisting the resort during the week so maybe lines wont be that bad

[Guest fet123]

Thanks for the map, but I already know the area and I know all the resorts in the area, my question is wich out of this would be my best 2 bets, (Vail, A-basin, beaver, breck, keystone). copper is to far

Thanks

[ak_rider]

if you're staying in summit co vail and beaver creek are actually farther than copper. you have to drive by copper to get to them. a-basin definately offers something different from the east coast, and is right next to keystone. other than that i'd have to say copper.

[JJFluff]

I ride in summit county a lot. From one vacationers point of view to another. I think you should spend one day in vail for sure. The mountain has everything and more to offer. 5000 skiable acres, and no other resort comes close. Plus with it being so large, there are less skiers per acre, more spread out, shorter lift lines. Which means you'll be riding more than standing. Breckenridge is a nice resort, but being so close to Denver, it is soooo busy. Especially being around the holidays. I was there over last New Years and will be again this New Years, and I will not make the mistake of riding at Breck again. I would probably think about riding the whole Keystone resort during the day, and then if you still want to ride at night, take a break and then just keep at it at night. I'm pretty sure the entire mountain is not lit. But there are four peaks to choose from during the day, and some great tree runs, that are incredible, called the "windows" I believe. Copper is probably a good choice as well because it is further from Denver. Although it is a bit smaller, relatively speaking of course. I would say to hit Vail last too, because for my money, it is the best. Especially the Bowls. Hope my advise helps a bit. And realize, even the busiest day at Breckenridge, beats the #$%$ out of the midwest, and I would bet the east coast as well. Happy riding. Jon

[boostertwo]

As the posts suggest, all are excellent choices and you really can't go wrong. My suggested optimal itnerary would be:

Day 1:

Copper. Keystone after dark (Bonus: if you hit it Wednesday night the Bomber crew might be there).

Day 2:

Vail.

Days 3-5

: Any chance you could persuade the family to reunite on the slopes? Those are the best types of gatherings IMO.

<img src="http://i9.tinypic.com/34hfnu1.jpg" border="0" alt="Tyler Jewell, A-Basin, Co.">

If it would help, give a shout before you hit Vail and I'd be happy to share some local beta on some excellent powder stashes, trees, and optimal carving runs.

Have a great trip!

B-2

[spcarves2]

Breckenridge is my personal favorite. Peak 8 has some great carving runs and usually has minimal crowds.

[LeeW]

copper and vail hands down.

[Guest fet123]

Thanks for the help, yeah i was thinking in Vail, Copper, and keystone mostly. I was trying to stay away from breck couse of the crouds a lot of people are telling me of bad experiences with the crouds. ill probably hit on wed key, thurd vail and fri copper, I know its really intence but living in FL I have to take advntage of this the most I can.

Boostertwo ill be sure to hit you up before the trip for advice, thanks for everthing.

One more question what is copper known for what are it highs and lows.

Thanks again

[LeeW]

One more question what is copper known for what are it highs and lows.

Alpine race program.

[astrokel]

from one lowlander to another, keep the altitude in mind...

If you could, try to do your riding/sking as late in your time in Summit as possible to give yourself some time to acclimate. It hits everyone differently but it's something to think about...

and the Keystone/Copper/Vail itinerary sounds great! and for sure stay away from Copper on the weekends. Main Vein in Copper is THE carving run with a great slope and super wide. Bring a freeride/powder board AND a carving board to Vail because depending on the conditions you could have perfect conditions for both boards and depending on your personality it could be a way to maximize those three days.

Back bowls in both Copper and Vail are definitely not a repeat of ANY east coast experience so hope for a dump and bring your powder board :-).

[Guest fet123]

from one lowlander to another, keep the altitude in mind...

If you could, try to do your riding/sking as late in your time in Summit as possible to give yourself some time to acclimate. It hits everyone differently but it's something to think about...

:-).

Thanks for the help, as far from the altitude goes I have read a lot about it, and theres nothing I can do about it but just take it easy and drink a lot of water.

I cannot take my time and ski at the end of the trip the reason is time, so I guess Ill just take it easy and see what happens. A good thing for me is that I used to live at high altitude for 8 years, so I am staying positive.

thanks